Be Held by Him - Finding God When Life Knocks You Off Your Feet
ISBN: 9780645151503
Publication Date: September 2021
Author: Karen Brough
Part of the Be Held By Him series
"Be Held By Him" is an award-winning, transformative guide for those facing life's toughest challenges.
Karen Brough, drawing from her personal battle with chronic illness, offers intimate love letters from God, authentic testimonies, and practical wisdom.
This book provides a sanctuary for weary souls, helping readers reconnect with their faith and find strength in God's embrace.
Perfect for anyone struggling with chronic illness, grief, or spiritual doubts, it's more than a self-help book—it's a "God-help" journey to spiritual comfort and understanding.
Gentle Truths "The first thing I was struck by while reading this book is the author's God-given gentleness. It flows through every page. I don't know her, but I feel her. It's like she is sitting beside me telling me her story, praying over me. I have never read a book with quite this touch before. Each chapter starts with a personal story by the author, her writing style is gentle and personable. Then it breaks to a message from God, like a poem crafted by him for us. Each chapter is finished with a prayer. Often helping the reader release burdens to Christ, and thanking him. I didn't know how badly I needed the release reading this book has given to me. I know it was a God thing that I was connected with it. He has given me permission to rest and heal. I don't have to feel bad about not being able to run around in a hurry
- Mary Grace
It's Like a Warm Encouraging Hug.
From the beginning of the book I was drawn in. From the thoughtful intro pages you already are given such a delightful and relatable view of the author. She immediately feels like a friend, even before hitting chapter 1. You can immediately tell the Holy Spirit was speaking through her through the little details that are sprinkled through the book. This book was remarkable, and I am thankful she listened to God and let Him speak through her. As someone who has had a very rough couple years, and experienced some unexpected trauma, this book was extremely comforting. I have not had a sickness like her, but so many of the things she said I related to immensely. I think trauma overall brings such a depth to struggles that many do not see. And she put light to some of the aspects that those who haven't gone through trauma don't understand.
- Kate
This book will always be relevant. It quickly became one of my favorite devotionals. "Be Held By Him: Finding God When Life Knocks You Off Your Feet by Karen Brough is such a gem!! The author is what I call a truth-teller: she allows herself to be vulnerable and openly shares her story and experiences, good and bad, in hopes that they may be of service to others. Who hasn't been knocked off their feet by life? Who hasn't ever questioned why something is happening, or been angry at God? This devotional is one that I found very easy to relate to and it has quickly become one of my favorites to turn to. Ms. Brough writes so honestly, and there's such a gentleness about her. Each devotional entry contains some of the author's personal story, Scripture, My Father's Heart (which is like a letter or poem written from God to the reader) and ends with a prayer. I love everything about this devotional and recommend it highly. I intend to gift it to others and return to it again and again.
- Kathy